Rishi Sapra
RIshi Sapra

I'M Rishi Sapra

Are you looking to harness the power of data and technology to streamline your business processes?

I'm Rishi, a seasoned professional with a unique blend of commercial and technical expertise. With an MBA, Chartered Accountant background, and recognition as a Microsoft MVP, I bring over a decade of experience in financial modeling, process automation, and technology support.

I specialize in making complex tools like Power BI and Microsoft Fabric accessible and enjoyable, helping individuals and organizations alike unlock the full potential of their data.

Whether you're looking for one-on-one training or community-driven learning experiences, I'm here to guide you on your journey to data-driven success. Listen to the podcast episode I did with GrowCFO below to learn more about what I do and why!

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Microsoft MCT

Events

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Portfolio

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Communities

Under Learn Data Insights, Rishi  runs several communities including Power Platform Finance and Microsoft Fabric Training. See details of these communities below.

Upcoming Events

ICAEW Power BI Tips & Tricks Live: Your questions answered

ICAEW Power BI Tips & Tricks Live: Your questions answered

May 16, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) is a thriving group of finance-focused data enthusiasts! There are over 150,000 Chartered Accountants globally [...]
Power BI Summer School: Achieving AI ambitions in Finance with Fabric and Copilot

Power BI Summer School: Achieving AI ambitions in Finance with Fabric and Copilot

June 23, 2025 - June 26, 2025    
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
In this 2 hour workshop session, Rishi and Leon Gordon (Microosft MVP, founder of Oynx Data) will present how Microsoft Fabric - including Copilot - [...]

WHO AM I?

  • Strong mix of commercial and technical skills – graduated with a first-class degree from the London School of Economics and a Chartered Accountant with over 12 years’ experience in Big 4 consulting and Financial Services.
  • Currently works as a Group Manager at Avanade – a Joint Venture between Accenture and Microsoft which has been Microsoft Partner of the Year for the last 15 Years.
  • Recognised by Microsoft as a technical community leader and expert in his field. Awarded the Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP), Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) and Fast Track Recognised Solution Architect (FTRSA) recognitions from Microsoft.
  • Runs the Learn Data Insights [LDI] community (www.learndatainsights.com) which includes Power Platform Finance [PPF] -  www.powerplatformfinance.com - for helping finance professionals apply the Power Platform technology stack in their roles, as well as Microsoft Fabric Training (www.msfabrictraining.com) with exam practice quizzes and e-learning courses relating to Microsoft Fabric
Rishi Sapra